Author Topic: Follow the Prospects: Devin Fitz-Gerald, SS (Read 1198 times)

imref · « **Reply #25 on:** May 11, 2026, 03:06:32 pm »

Nats prospect Devin Fitz-Gerald making MacKenzie Gore an afterthought

https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/nats-prospect-devin-fitz-gerald-160000905.html

JCA-CrystalCity · « **Reply #26 on:** May 11, 2026, 03:34:37 pm »

The Nats made some moves today, like bumping up Cabrera. I wonder whether a move of King and Fitz is next and imminent

imref · « **Reply #27 on:** May 11, 2026, 09:31:25 pm »

BBA’s new #100

imref · « **Reply #28 on:** May 12, 2026, 06:54:38 pm »

Guess who went yard again?

imref · « **Reply #29 on:** May 12, 2026, 09:19:42 pm »

And added another?

GataNats · « **Reply #30 on:** May 12, 2026, 11:06:50 pm »

No reason to be in Wimington another day. This guy might be the number 2 prospect in the organization

imref · « **Reply #31 on:** May 12, 2026, 11:55:05 pm »

Cubbage keeps noting that DFG is putting up almost identical numbers to McGonigle at the same age.

imref · « **Reply #32 on:** May 13, 2026, 09:35:41 pm »

Only one hit tonight…grand slam HR.

GataNats · « **Reply #33 on:** May 13, 2026, 10:53:56 pm »

Start moving him up. Prodigy

Smithian · « **Reply #34 on:** May 14, 2026, 09:48:51 am »

I didn't realize he only had 30 ABs in A ball last year. This is his first taste in A+.

I was focused on Gavin Fien in this deal and didn't pay attention to DFG. Good work by the FO getting this kid. He clearly has some power and his athleticism means he may end up a play at 2B or in the corner outfield. I need to see him in AA before going all in, but so much positive to see so far.

JCA-CrystalCity · « **Reply #35 on:** May 15, 2026, 05:55:50 pm »

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12:46
philly: Devin Fitz-Gerald has done nothing but hit HRs since you tagged him with 40 game power and a modest 45. If you’re wrong do you think there’s something in his approach or contact ability that you are just not seeing for whatever reason?

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Halve12: Devin Fitz-Gerald has to be moving to AA soon, hopefully an up arrow the rest of the season.

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Eric A Longenhagen: Certainly looking like i underrated the pop, just a product of seeing him when it was 35 degrees (he said sheepsihly)?

https://blogs.fangraphs.com/eric-longenhagen-prospects-chat-5-15-2026/

zimm_da_kid · « **Reply #36 on:** May 15, 2026, 07:54:19 pm »

already hit number 10 today

GataNats · « **Reply #37 on:** May 15, 2026, 09:53:55 pm »

No reason to play another game in Wilmington

GataNats · « **Reply #38 on:** May 16, 2026, 09:45:26 pm »

Hit his 11th homer. When was the last time a Nats minor leaguer had 11 homers midway through May?

Section214 · « **Reply #39 on:** May 17, 2026, 09:10:13 am »

I know I am beating a dead horse in here, but get him up to AA. Come on.

imref · « **Reply #40 on:** May 18, 2026, 02:26:08 pm »

so do we see DFG in HB playing SS in AA?

Section214 · « **Reply #41 on:** May 19, 2026, 03:52:17 pm »

I know DFG's bat is the talk of the town, but can anyone give me an assessment on his ability as a fielder?

imref · « **Reply #42 on:** May 19, 2026, 03:56:10 pm »

Quote from: Section214 on May 19, 2026, 03:52:17 pm

I know DFG's bat is the talk of the town, but can anyone give me an assessment on his ability as a fielder?

From the mlb.com scouting report:

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He has fringy speed but is a savvy baserunner who gets to grounders in the middle infield. A shortstop in high school, he's better suited for second base in pro ball with his range and average arm, and he has the quick hands to be effective on the double-play pivot.

nobleisthyname · « **Reply #43 on:** May 20, 2026, 07:04:03 am »

Quote from: Section214 on May 19, 2026, 03:52:17 pm

I know DFG's bat is the talk of the town, but can anyone give me an assessment on his ability as a fielder?

From Longenhagen's report:

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Graceful body control, creativity, and a well-calibrated internal clock allow him to make crafty plays at shortstop, but his twitch, range, and the quality and quickness of his actions are all at least a shade beneath the average big leaguer’s.

Gave him a 35/45 fielding grade and 55 arm grade.

Of course, Wood and House were supposed to be plus defenders so it seems defensive scouting can be just as inaccurate as any other part of scouting.

imref · « **Reply #44 on:** May 27, 2026, 07:14:44 pm »

#12!!

welch · « **Reply #45 on:** June 01, 2026, 05:02:03 pm »

Nussbaum in The Athletic today:

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Devin Fitz-Gerald (INF)
Current level (age): High-A Wilmington (20)
The Athletic’s rank: Preseason No. 12 in the Nats’ Top 20, expected to have a spot in Keith Law’s next Top 100
What he’s doing: Lifting the ball
What it means: He’s a Top 100 prospect now

Those who were bearish on Fitz-Gerald saw a small player who needed to add strength. When the Nationals evaluated Fitz-Gerald ahead of the MacKenzie Gore trade this winter, they saw a diligent worker and intelligent hitter with traits that were hard to teach. This, though?

He has an OPS over 1.000. His 12 homers are tied for the most in the system. He is pulling more baseballs in the air without sacrificing his exceptional bat-to-ball skills. He will still have to add strength in future years, but it hasn’t been any sort of issue yet. Why?

The Nationals have told him to — pardon the language — “get naked” early in counts, which means he should swing out of his clothes (or swing with intent) early in his at-bats before shortening up with two strikes. Teammate Ethan Petry played with Detroit Tigers rookie Kevin McGonigle in the Arizona Fall League, and said Fitz-Gerald’s approach, skills and consistency are strikingly similar.

IanRubbish · « **Reply #46 on:** June 06, 2026, 02:27:32 pm »

High BB/K like Kevin McGonigle, have to think Toboni saw that.

Good speed, but definitely not the kind of build that would have given Rizzo a man crush. He'd still be in the Ranger org if the previous administration was still running things.

Lintyfresh85 · « **Reply #47 on:** June 07, 2026, 08:32:37 pm »

Promoted

Slateman · « **Reply #48 on:** June 09, 2026, 09:08:33 pm »

Welcome to Double A

imref · « **Reply #49 on:** **Yesterday** at 11:42:53 pm »

First AA HR tonight.